The Devil's Arithmetic: Chapters 6-10 Vocabulary

What does the verb "distinguish" mean?

• To hold the attention of someone.

• Notice or point out a difference.

• A hairstyle or pattern made by braiding hair.

• To do something very loudly or noisily.

What is the definition of "plaits"?

• A short saying in general use.

• A hairstyle or pattern made by braiding hair.

• To become actually real, happen.

• Sounding sad or mournful.

How is the adjective "timidly" best described?

• To do something in a way that shows a lack of courage or confidence.

• Sticking out, projecting.

• Sudden and unexpected.

• A person who is celebrating something.

What does the noun "proverb" refer to?

• A building where Jewish people go to worship.

• A short saying in general use, stating a general truth or advice.

• Forcing oneself to make great effort.

• Shaking or quivering slightly.

What does the verb "mesmerized" mean?

• To move or spread from one place to another.

• Hold the attention of someone.

• Not able to be identified as different or distinct.

• A piece of thick fabric with a pattern or embroidering.

What does "protruding" mean?

• Sticking out, projecting.

• To become actually real, happen.

• Sounding sad or mournful.

• Shaking or quivering slightly.

What is the meaning of "abrupt"?

• A hairstyle or pattern made by braiding hair.

• Sudden and unexpected.

• To do something very loudly or noisily.

• A person who is celebrating something.

What does "uproariously" mean?

• To do something very loudly or noisily.

• Notice or point out a difference.

• A short saying in general use.

• Forcing oneself to make great effort.

What does the verb "circulated" mean?

• Shaking or quivering slightly.

• To become actually real, happen.

• A building where Jewish people go to worship.

• To move or spread from one place to another, in a continuous or flowy way.

What is a "celebrant"?

• Sounding sad or mournful.

• A piece of thick fabric with a pattern or embroidering.

• A person who is celebrating something.

• Sticking out, projecting.